At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead data strategy and transformation initiatives in a global life-sciences organisation.
- Company: A leading global life-sciences organisation with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Home-based role with competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a collaborative environment driving data-driven improvements across the organisation.
- Why this job: Shape the future of data in a dynamic industry and lead a high-performing team.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in data leadership within pharma, biotech, or healthcare sectors.
The predicted salary is between 168750 - 206250 £ per year.
A leading global life‑sciences organisation is seeking an accomplished Chief Data Officer (CDO) to drive enterprise‑wide data strategy, architecture, and transformation. This is a senior, VP‑level position with responsibility for shaping and delivering the company’s data vision while leading a high‑performing team of Senior/Executive Directors across the UK and US.
About the Role
The CDO will report directly to the Chief Information Officer and will lead a specialist team of 4–5 senior data leaders. This is a strategic‑technical hybrid role requiring both high‑level vision and hands‑on capability. Candidates must be able to define enterprise data direction while also diving into architecture, tooling, design, and delivery where necessary. This position is home‑based and can be performed from the UK or Poland.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute the organisation’s enterprise‑wide data strategy
- Lead data transformation initiatives across architecture, governance, quality, and operations
- Oversee creation of data lakes, warehouses, lakehouses, and modern data platforms
- Drive the transition to Azure‑based cloud environments and modern engineering practices
- Build an enterprise data model capable of standardising sponsor data received in various formats
- Develop and implement Medallion Architecture (Bronze/Silver/Gold layers)
- Guide the ingestion, curation, standardisation, and consumption of data
- Deliver scalable data solutions that support multi‑tenancy and SaaS offerings
- Lead innovation and champion data‑driven improvements across the organisation
- Manage a senior team responsible for data engineering, architecture, governance, and strategy
What We’re Looking For
Industry Experience (mandatory): Pharma, biotech, healthcare, or broader life‑sciences data leadership. Candidates outside these industries will not be considered.
Hiring: Chief Data Officer employer: Planet Pharma
At Planet Pharma, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the field of AI and healthcare. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our comprehensive training programmes and mentorship opportunities, ensuring that you can advance your career while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes. Located in a vibrant area, we provide a competitive benefits package that supports work-life balance and promotes well-being.
